EXPLORING

MATHEMATICS
THROUGH PLACES:
A PLACE-BASED APPROACH INSPIRING
NUMERACY THROUGH REAL-WORLD
CONTEXTS
 In this presentation, we delve into the
concept of Place-Based Mathematics
Education, highlighting the significance
of utilizing photography of places to
bridge mathematical concepts with real-
world scenarios.
 WHAT IS
PLACE-BASED EDUCATION?
AND
WHY IT IS IMPORTANT?
 Place-Based Education, in simple terms, is an
educational approach that focuses on connecting
learning to the local environment, community, and
culture. It emphasizes using real-world contexts,
such as the immediate surroundings of students like
their neighborhoods, towns, or regions, to teach
academic content.
 Place-Based Approach is important as it helps
students connect to their surroundings, fostering a
sense of belonging and understanding of their
community. By learning in familiar environments,
students develop a deeper appreciation for where
they live and are inspired to take care of their world.
Common examples of Place-Based Education
Now, let's learn about the
mathematical questions so
that we can better assess
ourselves.
 IMAGE 1
FISHERMEN AND BOATS IN
THE PHILIPPINES
 QUESTION:

How many fishing boats can you count in

the image? If each boat can carry up to 5
fishermen, estimate the total number of
fishermen present.
IMAGE 2
CITYSCAPE AT MANILA,
PHILIPPINES
 QUESTION:

Estimate the number of buildings in the

cityscape. If each building has an average
of 20 windows, how many windows are
there in total?
 IMAGE 3
TYPICAL FILIPINO’S AT PICNIC
IN PARK
 QUESTION:
Estimate the total number of people in
the park. If each picnic blanket can
accommodate up to 6 people and there
are 10 blankets visible, how many people
might be picnicking?
IMAGE 4
MASKARA FESTIVAL,
BACOLOD PHILIPPINES
 QUESTION:

If each dancer in a traditional dance

group has 2 costume changes during the
performance, how many costume changes
are there in total for 5 dance groups?
 IMAGE 5
BAHAY-KUBO (NIPA HUT)
REPRESENTS FILIPINO CULTURE
QUESTION:

If the bahay kubo has 4 walls and each

wall is 3 meters long, what is the total
perimeter of the bahay kubo?
 IMAGE 6
A “SARI-SARI” STORE
SELLING VARIOUS GOODS
AND SNACKS
QUESTION:

If a customer buys 2 candies, 3 packs of

chips, and 1 soda, how many items did
they purchase in total?
 IMAGE 7
A BARANGAY BASKETBALL
COURT WITH PLAYERS
ENGAGED IN A FRIENDLY
GAME
QUESTION:
Estimate the total number of points
scored in the basketball game. If there
are 2 teams playing and each team has
scored an average of 50 points, what is
the total score?
 IMAGE 8
JEEPNEYS LINED UP WAITING
FOR PASSENGERS
 QUESTION:
If each jeepney has 10 seats and 5
jeepneys are waiting at the terminal, how
many passengers can the jeepneys
accommodate in total?
 IMAGE 9
A BUSTLING MARKET SCENE
WITH VENDORS AND
SHOPPERS IN THE
PHILIPPINES
 QUESTION:
If a vendor sells 3 kilograms of bananas
and 5 kilograms of tomatoes, how many
kilograms of produce did they sell in
total?
 IMAGE 10
A PICTURESQUE COCONUT
PLANTATION WITH ROWS OF
COCONUT TREES.
 QUESTION:
If each coconut tree produces 10
coconuts and there are 5 coconut trees,
how many coconuts are there in total?
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, Place-Based Education offers a powerful way to
connect students with their surroundings, making learning more
engaging, relevant, and meaningful. By integrating local
contexts into education, students develop a deeper
understanding of their environment, community, and culture,
fostering a sense of responsibility and connection. This
approach not only enhances academic learning but also
cultivates a sense of stewardship and appreciation for the
world around us.
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